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Name	Swedish Vallhund	Swedish Lapphund	Leonberger
Origins	Sweden	Sweden	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Västgötaspets	Svensk Lapphund	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Medium	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Swedish Lapphund? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)	Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13 kg)	Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger height comparison:	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$400-$600	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.	Average: The Swedish Lapphund is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Friendly Fearless Watchful	Alert Affectionate Lively Kind Trainable Versatile	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger?	High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Swedish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger?	Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Swedish Vallhund indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Swedish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Swedish Vallhund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Swedish Lapphund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Swedish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger?	Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Heart Problems Retinal Dysplasia Skin Allergies Spina Befida	Allergies Ear Infections Eye Infections	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Swedish Vallhund, Swedish Lapphund and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Lapphund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger energy level comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Swedish Vallhund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Swedish Lapphund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Swedish Vallhund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Thick	Fluffy	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Swedish Vallhund, Swedish Lapphund and Leonberger color?	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black White Brown	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or {name3 shedding:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger?	Yes Swedish Vallhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Swedish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Swedish Vallhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Swedish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Swedish Vallhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Swedish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Leonberger? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger?	Not really Swedish Vallhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Swedish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Swedish Vallhund and Swedish Lapphund and Leonberger have?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club	American Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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